Engine Oil / Driveline Technology Development Manager

Job Description

About the Company Lubrizol Additives is a pioneering global supplier of chemical additives technologies including additives for engine oils, driveline applications, gasoline and diesel fuel, other transportation related fluids and industrial lubricants. We are committed to providing value to our customers, and we understand that success comes from working together. The Lubrizol Additives team is passionate about what we do. Our customers count on us for trusted expertise, testing confidence, supply assurance and independent strength. We are looking for top talent to help inspire new ideas, create opportunities, and enable the advancement of innovative technologies. We offer abundant opportunities for career growth in a challenging, collaborative environment. About the Role Formulate and develop profitable additive package product platforms meeting current and future Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Industry specifications. Develop fundamental knowledge that enables development of differentiated products in the marketplace. Develop dedicated customer and OEM technology solutions and provide partnership to key customers and OEM’s. Motorcycle, passenger car, outboard/marine recreation, snowmobile/ATV, lawn mower, and handheld power tool applications. Responsibilities Lead the development of new products, technology platforms, and localization initiatives to support IMEA regional customer needs in alignment with our global technology platforms. Work closely with commercial teams to establish product development targets and deliverables and product design criteria. Develop a good understanding of intellectual property landscape and keep up with pertinent literature. Develop intellectual property that delivers value and competitive advantage. Develop fundamental knowledge which guides the development of new products and promotes differentiation and competitive advantage. Plan, implement, and coordinate multi-disciplinary projects. Identify, define, and negotiate strategic product developments with customers and OEM’s. Anticipate industry trends and strategies and competitor reactions to Lubrizol strategies. Obtain, organize, interpret, and report data in support of technical projects and service requests. Develop solutions to complex problems where causes may not be known, and few precedents exist. Support Mechanical Testing in running and developing opportunities for fired engine testing and field trials. Review and interpret technical information and recommend future action. Champion the entire product lifecycle. Provide technical consulting services to the Lubrizol technical community and outside agencies when appropriate. Represent Lubrizol at industry forums. Qualifications PhD in Chemistry/Engineering with a minimum of 6 years industrial experience / master’s in chemistry/engineering with a minimum of 10 years industrial experience in chemical synthesis and lubricants formulation in an industrial setting. Required Skills A high level of subject matter knowledge and hands on experience in several key areas e.g. lubricant additive chemistry and performance, structure-performance, chemical physical properties, formulating, design of experiments, performance testing. Broad knowledge of industry specifications, competitors, OEMs, and primary markets. Show more Show less